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are hereby repealed. Section 5. Unless another penalty is expressly provided by New Jersey Statute, every person convicted of a violation of any provision of this Ordinance or any supplement thereto shall be liable to the penalty of not more than fifty dollars ($50.00) or imprisonment for a term not to exceed fifteen (15) days or both, as per W.O.R.G.O. Chapter 7-4.2 Section 6. Regulatory and warning signs, conforming to the current Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), shall be erected and maintained to effect the above-designated speed limit. Susan McCartney, Mayor Karen J. Carnevale, R.M.C. Municipal Clerk Introduced : January 28, 2025 Adopted : February 11, 2025 Joe Krakoviak, Council President

2889-25 Legislative History The Ordinance amends the Traffic Regulations of the Township, and establishes a Speed Limit of 25 miles per hour (MPH) on Kelley Drive. Based on local residents’ requests and Stat Track data provided by the Traffic Division of the West Orange Police Department, the Municipal Engineer determined the need for reduced traffic speeds in the area.

2890-25 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 25 OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE BANNING “POP-UP” PARTIES BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY that Chapter 25 hereby is and amended and supplemented to add a new section governing “pop-up” parties as defined herein within the Township of West Orange: § 1—Scope and Purpose: a. The Township of West Orange (the “Township”) has received numerous complaints from residents in various neighborhoods throughout the Township regarding parties, events, and/or gatherings wherein the attendees of the events have purchased tickets or wristbands for entry into residential homes within the Township. The purpose of this Section is to provide recourse for the Township if such “pop-up” parties (defined herein) occur in the future and to put the public on notice that the same are prohibited as a health and safety concern for the general welfare of the public. § 2—Definitions: “Advertisement” shall be defined for the purposes of this Ordinance to include the creation of any flyer, social media posting, text message, or other form of electronic or other communication soliciting guests to a residential home for payment of any amount. “Pop-Up Party(ies)” shall be defined as a party for profit including any event and/or gathering occurring in a residential home, apartment or other location (excluding commercial establishments such as licensed restaurants, bars, or other event halls where such activity is permitted) whereby the owner, occupant and/or operator of the residence solicits or advertises the use their residence for an event, party, or gathering and where the guests are subject to payment for tickets, wristbands, or other mode of entry into the residence, or for food, alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages. § 3—Prohibitions: a. Any person, owner, occupant, or operator of a residence located in the residential zoning district of the Township of West Orange shall be prohibited from advertising or otherwise soliciting monies for entry into their home, food, or beverages to attend any Pop-Up Party as defined herein. b. Any person who rents or otherwise loans their property in the residential district of the Township of West Orange to a person for a Pop-Up Party is in violation of this Ordinance. c. Any person who creates, submits, or otherwise

rwise loans their property in the residential district of the Township of West Orange to a person for a Pop-Up Party is in violation of this Ordinance. c. Any person who creates, submits, or otherwise posts an Advertisement for a Pop-Up Party shall be considered in violation of this Ordinance and the same shall be considered a separate violation under this Ordinance, subject to the penalties provided for herein. d. Exemptions: Activities, gatherings, or other events that may constitute a Pop-Up Party under this Ordinance shall be exempted where the proceeds for the same shall be used for 1

any bona fide charitable organization licensed in the State of New Jersey and/or for political contributions to any bona fide local, state, or federal campaign which has been properly registered with the appropriate authority. § 4—Enforcement a. The Township Police Department, the Township Health Department, the Township Zoning Official, the Township Fire Department, their agents, employees, officers, or assigns shall have the power to enforce the provisions of this Ordinance. § 5—Penalties: a. All penalties for violation of any provision of this section shall be governed by the provisions of Section 1-5 et seq. of the Revised General Ordinances of the Township of West Orange. § 6—Severability: Each section, subsection, sentence, clause and phrase of this Ordinance is declared to be an independent section, subsection, sentence, clause and phrase, and the finding or holding of any such portion of this Ordinance to be unconstitutional, void, or ineffective for any cause, or reason, shall not affect any other portion of this Ordinance. § 7—Repealer. All other ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent with this section are hereby repealed. § 8—Effective Date: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption and any publication as required by law. Susan McCartney, Mayor Karen J. Carnevale, R.M.C. Municipal Clerk Joe Krakoviak, Council President Introduced : January 28, 2025 Adopted : February 11, 2025 2

2890-25 Legislative History The Township of West Orange (the “Township”) has received numerous complaints from residents in various neighborhoods throughout the Township regarding parties, events, and/or gatherings wherein the attendees of the events have purchased tickets or wristbands for entry into residential homes within the Township. The purpose of this Section is to provide recourse for the Township if such “pop-up” parties occur in the future and to put the public on notice that the same are prohibited as a health and safety concern for the general welfare of the public. 3

2891-25 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 2, SUBSECTION 61, PEDESTRIAN SAFETY ADVISORY BOARD OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE ESTABLISHING A COMPLETE AND GREEN STREETS ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND CREATING A COMPLETE AND GREEN STREETS POLICY WHEREAS, safe, convenient, accessible, equitable, healthy, and environmentally and economically beneficial transportation for all users is a priority of the Township of West Orange and WHEREAS, Complete and Green Streets is a means to provide a comprehensive, integrated, connected multi-modal network of transportation options through planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of new and retrofit transportation facilities along the entire right-of-way for all roadway users of all ages and abilities; and WHEREAS, The Township of West Orange established a Complete Streets Policy by adopting Resolution No. 13-02 executed by Planning Board Secretary on the 9th day of July 2013; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council wishes to amend and add to its Complete Streets policy with a new Complete and Green Streets Policy to allow for safe, accessible, and convenient travel, reducing serious injuries and fatalities for all users of the roadway; and WHEREAS, “all users” include motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians, public transportation vehicles and their passengers, delivery trucks and movers of commercial goods, persons with disabilities, older adults, and residents of Priority Communities; and WHEREAS, Complete and Green Streets allows for multiple modes of travel, aside from personal automobiles, so that those who are unable to drive, who cannot afford a car, or choose to reduce their car usage may travel by transit, by bicycle, or on foot safely; and WHEREAS, Complete and Green Street policies support the goals of the Township of West Orange master plan and supporting elements; and WHEREAS, New Jersey is federally designated as a Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Focus State due to high numbers of pedestrian/bicycle-involved fatalities, and New Jersey’s pedestrian fatality rate continues to significantly exceed the national average; and WHEREAS, traffic crashes are preventable and the only acceptable number of traffic deaths for the Township of West Orange is zero; and WHEREAS, Complete Streets that incorporate sustainable Green Streets design elements, such as green stormwater

he only acceptable number of traffic deaths for the Township of West Orange is zero; and WHEREAS, Complete Streets that incorporate sustainable Green Streets design elements, such as green stormwater infrastructure, traffic calming treatments, shade trees, and the use of recycled materials, protect and create a healthier natural and social environment, improve air and water quality, and reduce localized flooding; and

WHEREAS, Complete and Green Streets implementation enhances access to local businesses, encourages reinvestment, increases property values and employment, and stimulates private investment, especially in retail districts, downtowns, and tourist areas; and WHEREAS, Complete and Green Streets encourage an active lifestyle through increased physical activity, social connectivity, and sense of community belonging, thereby lowering risk of obesity, reducing chronic disease, improving mental health, and promoting wellness; and WHEREAS, Complete and Green Streets implementation provides the opportunity to enhance the historic character of our communities and our understanding of our shared history in a way that promotes the economic and social vitality of our communities and should be considered in the design of infrastructure improvements; and WHEREAS, procedures should be implemented that ensure fair treatment, equitable funding and resource distribution, and meaningful involvement of all communities in all phases from selection, planning, and design to construction and long-term maintenance; and WHEREAS, a balanced and flexible transportation system where all people can easily and safely walk and bicycle to everyday destinations — such as schools, shops, restaurants, businesses, parks, transit, and jobs — enhances neighborhood economic vitality and livability; and WHEREAS, low- and moderate-income areas, whether in rural, urban, or suburban communities, are typically the least safe for pedestrians and bicyclists, especially for children walking and biking to school, due to long-standing infrastructure disparities and higher concentration of streets with fastermoving and higher-volume traffic; and WHEREAS, implementation of the Complete and Green Streets policy should not negatively impact the affordability of the neighborhood for current residents; and WHEREAS, the Complete and Green Streets policy applies to new, reconstruction, retrofit, and resurfacing projects, including design, planning, construction, maintenance and operations, for the entire right-of-way; and

WHEREAS requests for all exceptions must be submitted in writing, with supporting documentation, and made publicly available with a minimum of 30 days allowed for public input; and WHEREAS, all initial planning, concept and design studies of infrastructure projects consider design elements that improve public health, environment, economy, equity, and safety. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of West Orange, State of New Jersey, that Chapter 2-61: “Pedestrian Safety Advisory Board” of the Township’s Revised General Ordinances is hereby amended and supplemented to include “Complete and Green Streets Policy” and adopts the Complete and Green Streets Policy attached hereto, and made part of this Ordinance as follows: 2-61.7-West Orange Complete and Green Streets Policy Township of West Orange shall develop an integrated and connected multimodal transportation system of Complete and Green Streets that serve all neighborhoods and populations. Towards this end: 1. All transportation projects shall result in Complete and Green Streets that allow safe, environmentally healthy, economically sound, equitable, accessible, and convenient travel along and across streets for users of all ages and abilities and for all modes of transportation, including motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians, public transportation vehicles and their passengers, delivery trucks and movers of commercial goods and strive to meet the following goals: a. Environment: Improve air and water quality; reduce flooding; mitigate traffic congestion. b. Safety: Eliminate all road fatalities, significantly reduce crash severity and injury, and improve personal safety through increasing the number of people walking and bicycling. c. Economic: Stimulate economic prosperity. d. Health: Increase physical activity and social connectivity with the goal of lowering the risk of obesity, reducing chronic disease and promoting wellness. e. Equity: Implement policies and distribute funding and other resources equitably and responsibly in all neighborhoods, particularly in Priority Communities; improve non-motor vehicle transportation systems. 2. This section shall apply to all public and/or private transportation projects, including those using funds awarded by federal, state, regional, county, municipal, or any other public agency. This shall